SE, Microbiology Lab Assistant, WS9972

SE, Microbiology Lab Assistant, WS9972

Salary

$16.00 Hourly

Location

Prescott Campus, Prescott, AZ

Job Type

Student Worker

Job Number

2024-00171

Department

Biology

Opening Date

07/09/2026

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Description of Position

Description of Position:

Position may close before the posted end date without notice. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Position open until filled.

Position Supervisor: Jessica Hawk

Department/Office: Biology

Pay Rate: $16.00 per hour, 0 - 25 hours per week depending on department need, availability of funds and student eligibility.

This position will gain marketable work experience by working with Yavapai College staff, Faculty and affiliates in a group effort to support the mission, goals and values of Yavapai College.

The Science Lab Assistant will support the Science department by:

Preparing lab set-ups

Cleaning lab equipment

Preparing solutions

Minimum Expectations & Requirements

Minimum Expectations & Requirements:

Must be currently enrolled in at least 6 credits hours

Must have successfully completed college level biology or chemistry course

All hiring documents must be completed prior to first work shift, including acceptable documentation for the I-9 Form

Work with a diverse student population

Exhibit patience and a positive attitude

Demonstrate reliability and good customer service skills

Demonstrate good communication and interpersonal skills

Demonstrate time management and organizational skills, and ability to complete a variety of tasks on immediate or extended timelines

Maintain work area in a clean and organized manner

Adhere to the code of confidentiality in certain cases where discretion should be used

Adhere to Yavapai College Code of Conduct as well as FERPA guidelines

Have a strong understanding of technology and the ability to use it effectively and efficiently

Must have the following skills/characteristics: leadership, dependability, initiative, enthusiasm, discipline and willingness to grow both personally and professionally

Preferred Skills & Abilities

Preferred Skills & Abilities:

Prior work experience and/or transferable skills related to this position

Preference may be given to federal work student eligible students

Essential Functions

The start date, to occur no sooner than July 1st of the current aid year, of this position will be determined by the hiring supervisor after an applicant is hired. This position has a standard end of assignment date of June 30th of the current aid year. Assignment may end sooner or be extended depending FWS eligibility, availability and/or department need.

This position is employed by Yavapai College, unless otherwise noted in the above job description. Location of this position is noted in the above job description. Yavapai College campus addresses are as follows:

Prescott Campus

1100 E Sheldon Street

Prescott, AZ 86301

Verde Valley Campus

601 Black Hills Drive

Clarkdale, AZ 86324

Career & Technical Education Center (CTEC)

220 Ruger Road

Prescott, AZ 86301

Chino Valley Agribusiness & Science

2275 Old Home Manor Drive

Chino Valley, AZ 86323

Prescott Valley Campus

6955 Panther Path

Prescott Valley, AZ 86314

Sedona Center

4215 Arts Village Drive

Sedona, AZ 86336

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements and competencies listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Yavapai College offers its employees a comprehensive benefit package:

• Other Insurance Coverage: Workers Compensation (compensation, medical expenses and death benefits for on-the-job injuries or occupational diseases)
• Unemployment Compensation: Employees who are laid off or terminated may receive benefits if covered wages meet requirements
• Direct Deposit: Paychecks deposited directly into the employees bank account(s).
• Additional Benefits and Services: Local community discounts to faculty and staff, mail and notary service.

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Office of the Registrar - Confidentiality Requirement for Student Employees: I understand the confidential nature of working in a job on campus. I agree not to access information that I have not been authorized to use in performing my job duties. I will not disclose any confidential information other than as authorized to perform my job duties. Failure to comply will mean immediate dismissal from my job.

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Employer Yavapai College

Address 1100 E. Sheldon Street

Prescott, Arizona, 86301

Website http://www.yc.edu/hr